Phrase guide

off duty

prep_phrase · 1 senses · updated from the 2026-07-25 local source snapshot

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prep_phrase

Meaning 1

Not engaged in an assigned task, duty, or occupation.

Definition source: English Wiktionary via Wiktextract

Examples

  • The policeman was off duty but had his gun.
  • I won't be going off duty until about six.

Meaning relationships

Synonyms: none provided

Antonyms: on duty

History

Etymology

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Across languages

Translations

2 source translations are retained for this English entry.

  • Polish: poza służbą — not engaged in an assigned task, duty, or occupation
  • Russian: вне службы (vne služby) — not engaged in an assigned task, duty, or occupation